
Common Sense
AOG Annotated Study Edition
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Narrated by:
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C.J. McAllister
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By:
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Thomas Paine
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Without Thomas Paine's Common Sense, the United States may never have even attempted to win independence from Great Britain. This short, passionate book is credited with fanning the flames of revolution in its day; but beyond that, its unique view of the role of government and of the relationship between government and citizens — and how those factors apply to modern life — are still studied by students of political science to this day. This edition includes the full, unabridged text of Common Sense. In addition, it includes clear, yet extensive study tools and discussion questions to help listeners more easily understand this classic text.
©2017 James Barnes (P)2017 James BarnesI’ve been meaning to read Common Sense for years. After discovering the theological and scriptural arguments involved, I’m surprised and a little upset it wasn’t required reading for my political philosophy class at a Christian college.
I don’t immediately agree with all of Paine’s assertions, but it was thought provoking at times. Many of his points were outside my expertise to fact-check and irrelevant to modern consideration, as the dealt explicitly with why the time was right then to sever ties to Britain.
The narrator was good but not great. He neither added to nor detracted from the text.
This edition includes a series of discussion questions after each chapter, which I found especially helpful.
Classic Political Philosophy
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Excellent version, well done
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Would you listen to Common Sense again? Why?
This is the kind of thing that you are forced to read in high school, but would actually find it interesting when you're older and you have some perspective. I really enjoyed this and was engaged throughout.What does C.J. McAllister bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?
The writing style is hundreds of years old, so it's understandably "stuffy". The narrator helps bridge that gap and keeps you engaged.Should be Required Reading for Americans
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This version takes the original text and then at regular points adds reflective questions. 'What do you think Paine meant by this?' or 'Is this statement still applicable with modern technology'?. These questions help the modern reader get the most out of the book, by pointing them to key components and prompting them for thoughts on the passages. It suits the style and history of the text, which was about prompting discussion
Narrated by C.J. McAllister is good. It is well paced, easy to understand and free from any audio issues or annoyances.The question sections are separated out enough that they don't get lost in the text. I feel MCAllister slowed down slightly through them, further separating them out, plus giving some extra time for thought.
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Questions between chapters help lots
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This is a book that everyone should read.
The narrator did a great job with delivering the essay in a strong flowing style, it's enjoyable to listen to.
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Thought provoking
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